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A retired greyhound dog with a red collar is lying on an orange sofa, resting its head on the cushion and looking toward the camera—a heartwarming example of the gentle companions you can meet through Greyhound Adoption NZ.

Greyhound Racing Is Over in NZ: Could You Adopt a Retired Racer?

With the ban on greyhound racing in NZ now in effect, somewhat 1,300 dogs need to be rehomed. So how about adopting a retired greyhound?

Flying with Pets this Easter

Are you longing for a holiday which involves flying with pets? You’re not the only one! Since the start of the COVID pandemic, many of us have strengthened our bonds with our pets. We’re used to being at home with them for longer time periods. And you might even have

Two cream-colored puppies engage in playful puppy games on a grassy field with an American football in the foreground. A red barn and white structures are visible in the background.

The Best Puppy Games To Play

Is there anything cuter than the puppy zoomies? We think not. Playing games with your puppy (or dog) is all part of the bonding process. And a fun part at that! But what are the best puppy games for the two of you to get stuck into? We look at

Why do cats purr?

There’s little more satisfying than a cat sitting on your lap, contently purring away like a tractor. But if you’ve ever found yourself wondering why cats purr, you’re not alone. We’ve asked the “why do cats purr?” question too. Especially after finding out cats mostly meow just to talk to

This Labrador is being put to sleep to end the suffering of terminal illness.

Putting a Pet to Sleep: When is Euthanasia Humane?

Putting a pet to sleep can be devastating. You’re saying goodbye to your beloved companion. It’s not an easy decision. In addition to feelings of grief and loss, there will most likely also be feelings of doubt and even guilt. However, sometimes it might be the most humane thing to

Labrador Personality and Profile: Top Dog Breeds in NZ

At the very top of the top dog breeds in New Zealand, Labrador Retrievers are a firm favourite with Kiwis across the country. And it’s easy to see why. That Labrador personality is impossible not to love. Plus, they’re a family-appropriate dog choice. To celebrate the most popular dog in

pet insurance isnt expensive, even for a dog and a cat like these two

How Expensive Is Pet Insurance Really?

We all love our pets and want to do our best by them. But when the word “insurance” crops up, people often assume it’s unaffordable and unnecessary. So how expensive is pet insurance, really? Will it break the bank or is it good value for money? You might be surprised

this lady is a pet parent to two dogs and a cat and probably has ''the easy game" pet parenting style

What’s Your Pet Parenting Style?

Loving pet parents make decisions each and every day about what to feed, teach, and do with your pets. Did you know that these little decisions make up your overall pet parenting style? Just like how parents to human kids have different parenting styles which dictate the way they make

This pet parent benefits from having her cat sleep in bed with her.

Sleeping with Your Cat – It’s Mutually Beneficial

Sleeping with your cat or kitten can have enormous wellness benefits. But as with many parenting decisions, there are some drawbacks too. So, if you do decide to let your meow in bed with you when they’re still small, make sure it’s an informed decision. They won’t feel happy if

This pet parent has brought her puppy poop etiquette kit with and is safely removing her pooch's poop,

Puppy Poop Etiquette: What You Should Know

There’s no puppy poop etiquette manual, but every new pup parent needs to know that there are some basic guidelines. Because no, it doesn’t matter that composting biodegradable matter is on-trend. You simply can’t rely on that as a logical excuse for leaving your puppy’s poop in the playground, on

A fluffy Siberian husky puppy, in a puppy-proof area, walking on grass with its tongue out.

Puppy Proof Your House Like a Pro

Puppy proof your house before your cute puppy or puppies arrive home. That’s the rule of thumb because it’s near impossible to do so once your puppy arrives. And while puppies are a human’s best friend, they one of their fave things in life is to chew. Although your main

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